A senior inspector of Mumbai Police has debunked a fake news circulating among the netizens about the death of industrialist Ratan Tata’s pet dog named Goa.
A fake WhatsApp message which claim that Goa had died, was circulating widely. The message read, “Sad news… Tatas pet dog GOA dies after 3 days of his death. That’s why they say that dogs are more faithful to their masters, than human beings!”
Mumbai Police Inspector Sudhir Kudalkar, who is known for his dedication to animal welfare, personally confirmed the wellbeing of the dog from Ratan Tata’s friend, Shantanu Naidu. To Sudhir’s query, Shantanu said, “He (Goa) is fine, don’t worry. Fake News.”
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“A WhatsApp message is circulating about Late Ratan Tata Ji’s pet dog, Goa, passed away. I verified this with Shantanu Naidu, who is also known as a close friend of Tata Ji and he confirmed that Goa is doing fine. Please make sure to verify facts before sharing posts,” Kudlakar said in a caption while sharing a reel on Instagram.
Ratan Tata Passes Away
Esteemed industrialist, philanthropist and Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, Ratan Tata, passed away on October 9 at the age of 86 in Mumbai.
Goa, who was Tata’s “office companion”, bid an emotional farewell to the industrialist. Goa was among the mourners who paid their last respects to the industrialist at Mumbai’s National Centre For Performing Arts (NCPA).
Tata was well-known for his compassion towards dogs and his commitment to the welfare of stray animals. He particularly focused on ensuring the safety of abandoned pets, especially during the monsoon when strays often seek refuge under vehicles.
Tata had shared the story of how the dog became a part of his life and how he was named Goa owing to his rescue from the state. The stray puppy was found in Goa before it came to Bombay House, Tata’s corporate headquarters. Once, Tata was in Goa, when a stray dog started accompanying him. He decided to adopt him and bring him to Mumbai. Tata named him ‘Goa’.
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